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Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator
2026-04-03T17:58:17+00:00
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FULL_TIME
Dandenong South
Melbourne VIC
2000
Australia
Business Management and Administration
Manufacturing & Warehouse, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Transportation & Logistics
AUD
MONTH
2026-04-14T17:00:00+00:00
8

About Us

We are a well-established and growing manufacturing business specialising in plastic extrusion products. With a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and safety, we are seeking an experienced Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator to join our production team.

About the Role

You will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining plastic extrusion lines to produce high-quality products in line with production schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Set up and operate plastic extrusion machines (PVC experience highly regarded)
  • Monitor production processes to ensure product quality and consistency
  • Perform machine adjustments and troubleshoot operational issues
  • Conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment
  • Complete production documentation and quality checks
  • Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements
  • Work autonomously and collaboratively with team members and supervisors

About You:

  • Proven hands-on experience operating plastic extrusion machinery (Single and twin-screw extruders)
  • Strong understanding of extrusion processes and materials (PVC preferred)
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues efficiently
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Forklift License highly desirable
  • Good mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Join Us?:

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Stable, full-time position with consistent hours
  • Early finish every Friday
  • Supportive and safety-focused team environment
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Opportunities for career progression
  • Set up and operate plastic extrusion machines (PVC experience highly regarded)
  • Monitor production processes to ensure product quality and consistency
  • Perform machine adjustments and troubleshoot operational issues
  • Conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment
  • Complete production documentation and quality checks
  • Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements
  • Work autonomously and collaboratively with team members and supervisors
  • Proven hands-on experience operating plastic extrusion machinery (Single and twin-screw extruders)
  • Strong understanding of extrusion processes and materials (PVC preferred)
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues efficiently
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Forklift License highly desirable
  • Good mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Proven hands-on experience operating plastic extrusion machinery (Single and twin-screw extruders)
  • Strong understanding of extrusion processes and materials (PVC preferred)
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues efficiently
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Forklift License highly desirable
  • Good mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
high school
24
JOB-69cfffb98a0e8

Vacancy title:
Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Business Management and Administration, Category: Manufacturing & Warehouse, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Transportation & Logistics]

Jobs at:
NetYourJob

Deadline of this Job:
Tuesday, April 14 2026

Duty Station:
Dandenong South | Melbourne VIC

Summary
Date Posted: Friday, April 3 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

About Us

We are a well-established and growing manufacturing business specialising in plastic extrusion products. With a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and safety, we are seeking an experienced Plastic Extrusion Machine Operator to join our production team.

About the Role

You will be responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining plastic extrusion lines to produce high-quality products in line with production schedules.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Set up and operate plastic extrusion machines (PVC experience highly regarded)
  • Monitor production processes to ensure product quality and consistency
  • Perform machine adjustments and troubleshoot operational issues
  • Conduct routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment
  • Complete production documentation and quality checks
  • Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements
  • Work autonomously and collaboratively with team members and supervisors

About You:

  • Proven hands-on experience operating plastic extrusion machinery (Single and twin-screw extruders)
  • Strong understanding of extrusion processes and materials (PVC preferred)
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve machine issues efficiently
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Forklift License highly desirable
  • Good mechanical aptitude
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Join Us?:

  • Competitive hourly rate
  • Stable, full-time position with consistent hours
  • Early finish every Friday
  • Supportive and safety-focused team environment
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Opportunities for career progression

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 24

Level of Education: high school

Job application procedure

If you are an experienced Plastic Extrusion Operator looking for a stable role with consistent hours, click APPLY NOW and submit your resume.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

  • Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
  • How would you rate your English language skills?
  • How many years' experience do you have operating plastic extrusion machinery?
  • Do you have experience operating twin-screw extruders? If so, how many years?
  • Do you hold a current Forklift licence?
  • What is your salary expectation?

Application Link: Click Here to Apply Now

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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Australia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Tuesday, April 14 2026
Duty Station: Dandenong South | Melbourne VIC
Posted: 03-04-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 03-04-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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